Deem the time an individual spends under observation status as eligible to count toward satisfying the three-day stay requirement in order to access the skilled nursing facility benefit under Medicare Part A. (S. 843/H.R. 1571)

Home Health Care Planning Improvement (NAHC)

Allow payment for home health services to Medicare beneficiaries by a nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist working in collaboration with a physician, a certified nurse midwife or physician assistant under physician’s supervision. (S. 578/H.R. 1342)

Keeping Hospice Benefit Out of Medicare Advantage (NAHC)

Oppose efforts to include hospice in the Medicare Advantage benefit package.

Solution for Medicare DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program

Collaborate with the Congressional Delegation to find a long-term solution to the durable medical equipment access and payment issues in the state, especially for rural areas.

Work with National Leaders to Improve Medicare Reimbursements to Hawaii Providers

Urge the Congressional Delegation to secure support from their colleagues on reforms, initiatives or legislation to increase Medicare payments to Hawaii providers.